James Madison University

Mission Statement

The James Madison University Police Department strives to improve the quality of life of those we serve by developing partnerships with the university community so that together we can effectively address issues and concerns. It is our primary goal to maintain a secure environment with equal protection under the law, and to provide dedicated service for all persons living, working and visiting with the university.

Lee Shifflett, Chief of Police

Anthony - Seeger Hall, MSC 6810
821 South Main Street
Harrisonburg, VA 22807

Emergency: 540-568-6911

Alternate Emergency: 540-442-6911
Non-Emergency: 540-568-6912
Campus Safety Escorts: 540-568-6913
Fax: 540-568-3308

Email - pd_dispatch@jmu.edu

News
Events

News

Mar 1 Expert can discuss Ash Wednesday
Philosophy and religion professor available to discuss why individuals who may not be devout, feel the pull to recognize, practice and sacrifice things for lent. Read More >
Mar 1 Experts can discuss topics for Women's Month
The JMU media team has compiled a list of faculty experts from a variety of disciplines who can discuss the various issues that affect women. Read More >
Feb 27 JMU students invited to intelligence hackathon
The design for the next innovation in high tech sleuthing equipment could come from a group of James Madison University students. Read More >
Feb 22 JMU Achieves Highest Level of Management Autonomy
Earning level three is the highest level of management autonomy for public institutions of higher education in VA. Read More >
Feb 21 Expert available to discuss teachers’ strikes
Bill White is available to discuss what causes teachers to go on strike, as well as the positive and negative effects they have on the education system. Read More >
Feb 21 SMAD professor wins 2019 Farrar Award
Dr. Gwyneth Mellinger has won the 2019 Farrar Award in Media & Civil Rights History for her article "An Idea Before Its Time: Charles S. Johnson, Negro Columnist." Read More >